HTC's new Vive Pro is for hardcore VR fans

The HTC Vive isn't the only Vive headset anymore.

HTC unveiled the HTC Vive Pro, a new VR headset that upgrades the Vive's audio and resolution in a major way. It also comes with a redesigned headstrap.

The new Vive Pro supports resolutions up to 2880 x 1600, which amounts to a 78 percent increase compared with the original Vive. On the audio side, the company says the Pro's headphones, which support 3D audio and include a built-in amplifier, can compete with other high-end products.

It also has a slightly new design, compared with the original Vive. HTC redesigned the head strap to make it more comfortable — the company says it will now put less pressure on the front of the head. Additionally, it's equipped with dual microphones with noise-canceling abilities. Read more...